Obstetrics

A study of 1.2 million children found no causal link between prenatal opioid use and autism or ADHD.

A study found that insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea during pregnancy are linked to increased risks of ischemic placental disease and severe morbidity.

A study found universal first-trimester cytomegalovirus screening could reduce poor pregnancy outcomes and save health care costs.

A study found 16S nanopore sequencing offers high accuracy in identifying intraamniotic infection, a major contributor to preterm delivery.

A study found that women exposed to computed tomography imaging before conception faced increased odds of pregnancy loss and congenital anomalies.

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Find out the top 5 latest updates and headlines in folic acid research in honor of National Folic Acid Awareness Week (September 8-14, 2025).

A study found that women with a nutrition major in college and access to folic acid information were more likely to plan folic acid supplementation prior to pregnancy.

A study found continuous glucose monitoring improves glycemic control vs self-monitoring in diabetes during pregnancy.

The updated guidelines emphasize shared decision-making, early counseling, and pregnancy heart teams to improve outcomes.

A study found women with preeclampsia face a 1.5-fold increased risk of cardiovascular disease, highlighting the need for early monitoring.

Uma Mahadevan, MD, explains updated international recommendations for inflammatory bowel disease in pregnancy.

A new study finds less than 16% of US counties offer vaginal birth after cesarean services, highlighting regional disparities.

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A new study finds extreme pregnancy nausea often leads to emotional distress and highlights a need for better care.

The USPSTF cites a lack of strong data to support routine screening or supplementation for iron deficiency in asymptomatic pregnant individuals.

A study highlights common, preventable risk factors such as obesity and diabetes that could impact outcomes.

An international review found rising maternal age, increasing complications, and ongoing disparities in maternity care across 3 nations.

The global consensus offers evidence-based guidance for treating inflammatory bowel disease in pregnant women.

From 2016 to 2021, only 16% of US counties offered labor after cesarean, with access limited across the South and Midwest.

A study shows the need for structured postnatal care in pregnancies affected by red cell alloimmunization.

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A study found no increased risk of vaso-occlusive crises or severe complications from prostaglandin use in pregnancy.

A study found that women with a family history of diabetes and prior gestational diabetes have the highest polygenic risk scores.

New research shows that intravenous iron infusions can be safely administered in outpatient obstetric clinics.